Buyer, Indirect

**LOCATION**:ACUNA / COAHUILA, MEXICO|**BRAND**: Bendix |**REQUISITION ID**:1346 |** JOB GRADE**: 13Since 1890, New York Air Brake has been an innovative leader in the heavy-haul railroad industry. As a member company of Knorr-Bremse -the world’s leading manufacturer of braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles-New York Air Brake is recognized worldwide as a Center of Competence for heavy-haul freight railroad control systems. From multiple locations, we serve customers across the United States, Canada, and Mexico—reaching clear across the globe to South America, Africa, the Middle East, China, and Australia. Our talented, diverse, and dedicated teams develop innovative solutions to the challenges facing our customers. Join our KB Rail Mexico team in our next steps.**JOB DESCRIPTION**:- Summary/ObjectiveResponsible for indirect purchases and inventory control on tool crib, manage cost reduction initiatives and all supplier relationship agreements (Long Term Agreements, Purchase Orders) for all SBU locationsEssential FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.1. Define, implement and leads indirect purchasing processes and controls2. Lead commodity strategies for tool crib components3. Assist to implement Kanban, VMI initiatives4. Identify Benchmark and submit Cost Deployment initiative5. Manage Inventory Targets for Tool crib inventory6. Manage Obsolete Inventory Process for Tool crib Inventory7. Expedite Critical material8. Manage Escalation process on bad delivery suppliers9. Understand and meets Quality and EHS procedures10. Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned11. Knows and Communicates the need for product safety.12. Support PSA Activities and procedures with team members13. Perform all those activities that by the nature of the position are required.Skills and Competencies1. Purchasing and Procurement Procedures2. Strong dedication and works ethic3. Strong organizational, interpersonal and written communication skills (Spanish and English)4. Self-Starter and high level of self-motivationSupervisory Responsibility1. Reports to Indirect Purchasing Manager2. Job is NOT directly responsible for managing other employees. Co-ops or students may report to this position.Work Environment1. Regular business hours. Some additional hours may be required2. Travel requirements: Not required.Working Conditions1. Regular business hours. Some additional hours may be required.2. Travel requirements: Not required.Required Education and ExperienceBachelor’s degree required, Business Administration or related.Experience1. Experience in developing Purchasing strategies2. Proven results driving supplier performance3. Proven results driving cost deployment projects4. 3-5 years on purchasing experience, automotive industry desired5. SAP ERP knowledgeAdditional Eligibility Qualifications2. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.3. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.**What does KB Rail Mexico have to offer you?**- Work-life balance that includes Paid Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off- Vacation Premium- Life insurance- Christmas Bonus- Educational assistance program- Wellness program- Saving Fund- Pantry Vouchers- Permits paid for: Marriage or Death of a direct relative- Attendance Bonuses- Cafeteria Subsidy- Subsidy for prescription glasses- Medical service in plant- Recognition programs